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Seat Adjustments
To adjust seat forward or backward:
1. While seated, pull seat adjustment lever
outward and slide seat into desired
position.
2. Release lever and slide seat forward or
back to lock seat into position.
To adjust the cushion spring for the weight of
the operator:
1. Turn the knob clockwise for a heavier
operator.
2. Turn the know counterclockwise for a
lighter operator.
Front Axle Lock
The mower is shipped with the front axle in
the floating position. To lock the front axle so
it cannot float, remove the two 5/8 x 5" pins
from the locations shown and insert them into
the outer hole locations on the frame as
shown.
OPERATION
Break-in Period
•
Operation of the mower within the first
fifty hours can be a major factor in
determining the performance and life
of the engine and power unit.
•
The engine may be operated at full
RPM, but excessive load should be
avoided. If engine begins to slow, due
to excessive load, operate at a slower
ground speed while maintaining the
engine speed.
•
Check engine, pumps, and motors
frequently during break-in period.
Watch for evidence of leakage of
fluids. Replenish levels as required
and repair any leaks that may have
formed.
•
Locate any nuts, bolts or screws that
may have loosened and tighten them
as necessary. This is especially true of
the wheel retaining nuts.
•
During break-in period observe control
arm and parking brake adjustments.
Parking brake adjustments may be
necessary after the first few hours of
operation.
•
Keep area around the fuel tank filler
clean and make sure the gasoline is of
correct octane and free of
contamination.
•
Initial oil and oil filter change is after
the first 8 hours of use and every 100
hours after.
FILLING FUEL TANK
To add fuel to the fuel tank:
1. Clean fuel caps and surrounding area to
prevent dust, dirt, and debris from
entering fuel tanks.
2. Remove fuel caps.
IMPORTANT:
Refer to Engine Manual for
correct type and grade of fuel.
3. Fill fuel tank to the bottom of filler neck.
See
SPECIFICATIONS
on page 46 for
fuel tank capacity.
WARNING:
Make all seat
adjustments with unit stationary,
parking brake on and engine shut
off.
The seat is designed for one
person. Do not allow any
passengers to ride on this
machine.
Figure 12
Fixed Axle
Floating Axle
CAUTION:
Proper maintenance
practices are required for safe
operation. (See
Maintenance
Schedule
on page 25.)
WARNING:
AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand entire
Safety
section before
proceeding.
